Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Chevrolet Trax and 2015 Buick Encore. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the steering column assembly in the vehicle.
- Steering Column Upper Support Bracket Bolt - Install, but do NOT tighten
- Steering Column Lower Support Bracket Bolt - Install, but do NOT tighten
- Tighten the steering column lower fasteners before you tighten the steering column upper fasteners. Failure to do this can damage the steering column.
- Tighten the steering column fasteners to the specified torque. Overtightening the upper steering column fasteners could affect the steering column collapse.
- Steering Column Lower Support Bracket Bolt - Tighten to 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
- Steering Column Upper Support Bracket Bolt - Tighten to 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
- Align the match marks on the intermediate steering shaft lower universal joint and the steering gear shaft to aid in installation.
- Align the match marks on the intermediate steering shaft lower universal joint and the intermediate steering shaft to aid in installation.
- Install the intermediate steering shaft lower universal joint (3) in the vehicle.
- Intermediate Steering Shaft Lower Bolt - Install and tighten 49 N.m (36 lb ft)
- Intermediate Steering Shaft Middle Bolt - Install and tighten 49 N.m (36 lb ft)
- Connect any electrical connectors as necessary.
- Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Outer Bracket Replacement Install
- Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Inner Bracket Replacement Install
- Floor Front Air Outlet Duct Replacement - Left Side (Encore)Floor Front Air Outlet Duct Replacement - Left Side (Trax) Install
- {If equipped} Instrument Panel Lower Airbag Replacement - Driver Side (AYF) Install
- Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement (Encore)Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement (Trax) Install
- Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Replacement (Encore) Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Replacement (Trax) Install
- Program the power steering control module. Power Steering Control Module Programming and Setup
- Center the steering angle sensor. Steering Angle Sensor Centering
CAUTION:
Do NOT allow the wiring harness to be pinched between the motor/module assembly and the steering column during installation. A pinched harness will cause diagnostic trouble codes to be set and may require replacement of the steering column.
WARNING:
In order to ensure the intended function of the steering column in a vehicle during a crash and in order to avoid personal injury to the driver, perform the following:
CAUTION:
Ensure all fasteners are securely seated before applying needed torque. Failure to do so may result in component damage or malfunctioning of steering column.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .